Advanced Step Apprentice (3rd step or above) / Journeyman Lineman - Chestnut Service Center - Minneapolis, MN

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess a degree/diploma from an accepted Line School or a state issued Journeyman certificate for an Advanced step position.
• Must possess a state issued Journeyman certificate and pass a company skills assessment for a Journeyman position.
• Must meet driver qualification requirements, including the possession of a valid Commercial Class A Driver's License.
• Must be physically capable of performing all aspects of electric overhead and underground distribution construction, operations, and maintenance work.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to successfully work with customers on a wide range of concerns.
• Must be able to attend and pass all extended training.
• Must work well with others and exhibit teamwork attitude.
• Must exhibit a high awareness of safety, and compliance with all company safety rules

• Requires participation in after-hours emergency call outs.
• This position is subject to D.O.T. random drug and alcohol testing program.

Our culture is grounded in shared values and employee commitments that guide how we work, support one another, and grow together.

• Work that makes a difference
• A team you can count of
• Opportunities to grow
• Rewards that help you thrive

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Bargaining The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $43.59 to $62.27 per hour This position is eligible for the following benefits: Medical/Pharmacy Plan, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Health Care Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account (HSA) (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Limited-Purpose FSA (if enrolled in eligible health plan and HSA), Short-term disability (STD), Long-term disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Fitness Center Reimbursement (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Tuition reimbursement, Transit programs, Employee recognition program, Pension, 401(k) plan, Vacation, Holidays, Additional days off, Sick Time, Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO)

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